Cultivation Technician I at INSA INC in Easthampton, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Position Summary
The Cultivation Technician I perform cannabis plant care in all stages of its life cycle. This position is an entry level position and responsible for rotating between a limited number of functional areas.
Responsibilities & Duties
Follows instructions given by the manager
Completes basic plant maintenance including bottoming, thinning, topping, and spacing
Transplants (up-potting) to larger containers using proper techniques
Harvests plants according to schedule and procedures set by management, ensuring accurate weighing of plants and accurate recording in state electronic recordkeeping system
Disposes of plant waste following state regulations, including weighing, and recording of waste in state electronic recordkeeping system
Sanitizes rooms according to procedures set by management
Completes assigned tasks within the established timeframes and specifications
Compliant with company SOPs and state regulations
Ensures the work area is kept in clean and safe condition
Actively contributes to maintaining a safe work environment by following applicable safety procedures, wearing appropriate PPE, and reporting injuries, near misses, and hazards to managementBehaves in a manner that is positive, productive, cooperative, and encourages teamwork
Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Experience
? Must be at least 21 years of age
? High school diploma or GED required
? Experience working in landscaping, production, manufacturing, or any other fast-paced physical environment preferred
? Must have reliable transportation
? Must be able to pass a background check in accordance with state regulations
Competencies
Attendance & Punctuality
Dependability & Flexibility
Positive, Productive, Cooperative, and Encourages Teamwork
Interpersonal Communication
Results Focused

Physical Requirements
Frequent repetitive hand motion
Manual dexterity is needed for manipulating hand tools
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time (8+ hours)
Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs
Frequent standing, climbing of stairs, crouching, handling, kneeling, pinching, pulling (horizontal and vertical), lifting (waist to shoulder), reaching (waist to shoulder and above shoulder), and reading.
Occasional grasping, gripping, lifting above shoulder, sitting, stooping, and walking.
Ability to use a step ladder
Visual acuity is needed to accurately read small screens and labels

Workplace Environment
Warehouse/production facility environment with environmental controls
Consistent moderate background noise level due to machinery and HVAC
Exposure to humidity, temperature changes, atmospheric conditions, and vibration
Exposure to high head, bright light where eye protection is required
Exposure to keef/dust and cannabis odor
Exposure to skin contact with plants, to which some individuals may be allergic (PPE provided)